HOUSING

A list of accommodation agencies, hotels is available to all registered students. The Internet is also a valuable resource for students looking for a place to live. Le Cordon Bleu declines all responsability related to housing.

A list of real estate agencies and hotels is available:

Housing information - Le Cordon Bleu Paris

INSURANCE / VACCINS

We strongly recommend that all students carry medical, accident and lliability insurance for the lengh of their stay. A copy of the insurance contract must be put on file at the school upon arrival. Students can also purchase medical insurance in France. Le Cordon Bleu declines all liability in case of accidents, loss, damage, civil responsability of the student or other similar cases. Tetanus and tuberculosis vaccinations are advised for all students. Please contact the French embassy or consulate nearest you for vaccination recommendations.

VISA INFORMATION

The condtions of immigration defer in accordance with the applicants' nationalities. We recommend you to inform you about the procedure for obtaining the visa before arriving in France. Please contact the French embassy or consulate nearest you or consult online France Diplomatie

Please note that the students who wish to do an internship have to obtain a valid visa with the mention " carte de séjour".

Le Cordon Bleu Paris provides an additionnal document about Visa :

Visa information - Le Cordon Bleu Paris

FRENCH LANGUAGE LESSONS

Discovering a country, also means learning the language. By learning French, you will also open the doors to French 'Art de Vivre', desired the world over. Students who wish to increase their knowledge of French while living in Paris can take French classes at the following institutes :

Alliance Française from Paris
Partner of Le Cordon Bleu since 1995, l'Alliance Française offers French language courses that cover the learning of generic French in all levels, from complete beginner (A1) to advanced (C1). Theses course are proposed in intensive and extensive sessions and evening classes. You can also complete your French classes with complementary workshops: oral French, written French, theatre...

Alliance Française website

France Langue
France Langue - french language school in Paris The program of France Langue accents on speaking and listening skills all while improving the students writing skills. The courses are offered in a relaxed and lively atmosphere where students feel free to actively participate, express their views, in role play and simulations. Oral and written exercises are used daily to learn or review grammar. Also, pronunciation is corrected according to each ones needs.

France Langue website

Oise Paris
Oise Paris - Language School in Paris A teaching philosophy based on the intensive language course. OISE has developed and refined the concept of effective language training whilst remaining true to its belief in the value of individual attention in order to maximise the contact time between student and teacher.

Oise France Website

Ecole PERL
Ecole PERL - Language School in Paris Ecole PERL offers ideal conditions to learn French and discover French culture and Parisian life. The school is open to foreign students and adults, the courses start every Monday throughout the year and a test at the course start evaluates your knowledge of French language in written and spoken.

PERL School Website

Paris Langues
Paris Langues -Language School in Paris The aim of the Paris Langues is to provide high-quality teaching of French as a foreign language, by combining language courses and cultural workshops, to share knowledge of the French language and culture and to help spread them around the world. Our school offers year-round courses for adults and students from all countries who wish to learn and perfect their knowledge of French.